# Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Job Safaricom, Nairobi, Kenya Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/financial-planning-analysis-manager-job-safaricom-nairobi-kenya Company: Safaricom, Nairobi, Kenya Category: Accounting Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-08-18 Expires: 2026-10-02 ## Job Description Reporting to the Senior Manager Financial Planning & Analysis the role holder will play a critical role in supporting business performance through budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning (LRP), management reporting, financial modelling, performance analysis, and business partnering. The role is responsible for translating financial and operational data into actionable insights that support executive decision-making, capital allocation, strategic planning, and performance management. The successful candidate will possess a strong commercial mindset, advanced financial modelling capabilities, and the ability to influence business decisions through data-driven insights. Key responsibilities align with P&L forecasting, cashflow forecasting, LRP development, scenario analysis, executive communication and business partnering ### Responsibilities Health and Safety -  Uphold the company code of conduct, policies and procedures, ensuring integrity and accountability in every aspect of your work. - All employees have a responsibility to adhere to safety, health, and wellbeing policies, guidelines and procedures in all actions and decisions. Financial Planning & Forecasting - Support the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans (LRPs). - Develop and maintain integrated financial models covering revenue, operating costs, EBITDA, profitability, cashflow, and capital expenditure. - Coordinate forecast submissions across business units and ensure alignment to strategic objectives. - Perform driver-based forecasting and sensitivity analysis to evaluate financial outcomes under various scenarios. - Monitor forecast accuracy and provide recommendations to improve planning effectiveness. Management Reporting & Performance Analysis - Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports. - Deliver insightful variance analysis comparing Actuals, Budget, Forecast, and Prior Year performance. - Identify key business drivers impacting revenue growth, profitability, cashflow, and return on investment. - Develop executive-level dashboards and KPI reporting. - Present financial performance trends and implications to senior management.  Business Partnering - Partner with Commercial, Technology, Operations, Enterprise, and Support Functions to provide financial decision support. - Challenge assumptions and ensure business initiatives are supported by robust financial analysis. - Support pricing reviews, business cases, investment proposals, and strategic initiatives. - Influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and recommendations. - Act as a trusted advisor on performance management and financial implications of business decisions. Long-Range Planning & Strategy Support - Support development and maintenance of multi-year strategic plans and long-range financial outlooks. - Assess business opportunities, investment cases, and growth initiatives. - Translate strategic initiatives into financial plans and measurable performance targets. - Evaluate revenue growth, margin expansion, cash generation, and investment affordability. Cashflow & Investment Analysis - Develop and maintain cashflow forecasts and liquidity projections. - Monitor working capital performance and identify improvement opportunities. - Support capital expenditure planning, prioritization, and investment reviews. - Evaluate funding requirements and free cashflow generation. - Perform post-investment reviews to assess business case realization. Financial Modelling & Scenario Analysis - Build robust and auditable financial models. - Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario planning to assess financial risk and opportunities. - Evaluate downside and upside scenarios and recommend mitigation actions. - Support strategic decision-making through advanced modelling techniques. Continuous Improvement - Drive improvements in FP&A processes, tools, and reporting capabilities. - Enhance automation and data analytics within planning and reporting processes. - Support finance transformation initiatives and adoption of best practices. - Improve data quality, consistency, and governance across planning cycles. ### Core competencies, knowledge and experience Technical Competencies Financial Expertise - Advanced financial modelling - Budgeting and forecasting - Long-range planning (LRP) - Management reporting - Variance analysis - Business case development - Capital investment analysis - Cashflow forecasting - Scenario and sensitivity analysis Systems & Tools - Advanced Microsoft Excel - ERP and HFM platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, OneStream, Anaplan) - PowerPoint and executive presentation development Behavioural Competencies - Commercial Acumen: Ability to interpret business performance drivers and convert analysis into actionable recommendations. - Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving capability with attention to detail and ability to manage ambiguity. - Business Partnering: Confidence to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders without direct authority. - Communication: Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences and executive leadership. - Strategic Mindset: Ability to link short-term performance to long-term strategic objectives and business outcomes. - Results Orientation: Focus on delivering accurate, timely, and actionable financial insights. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Business, or related field. - MBA or master’s degree is an added advantage. - Professional Qualifications: CPA & ACCA Experience - Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Commercial Finance, Business Finance, Corporate Finance, or Management Reporting. - Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modelling. - Experience supporting senior stakeholders and business leaders. - Experience working with large datasets and complex financial models. - Telecommunications, Technology, FMCG, Banking, or other large corporate experience is desirable. ### How to Apply Click here to apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.